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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the bushing (1) to the crankshaft, the bushing must be fully seated into the crankshaft. The bushing stays in the crankshaft. Without the bushing the center guide can not center the driven plate. For the correct bushing refer to the electronic parts catalog.
    Fig 1: Clutch Bolt Bushing
    GM2699428Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Re-cut the 6 clutch pressure plate bolt threads.
    Fig 2: Installing Bolts To Correct Site
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  3. Install the clutch driven plate (3) and the clutch pressure plate (2).
    NOTE: The clutch driven plate must be installed so that the German lettering "Getriebe-seite" (means Gearbox-side) on the plate is orientated toward the transmission.
  4. Center the clutch driven plate, using the DT-6263-30  centering drift (1) along with the clutch center guide.
  5. Preload the clutch springs, using the DT-6263  remover/installer (2).
    Fig 3: Preloading Clutch Springs Using Special Tool
    GM2699426Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: DO NOT turn further than necessary.
  6. Turn the threaded rod (1) clockwise until the pressure plate contacts the flywheel (arrows).
  7. Install the 6 NEW clutch pressure plate bolts (1). For the correct bolts, refer to the electronic parts catalog.
    Fig 4: Clutch Pressure Plate Bolts
    GM2699411Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: In the case that the clutch pressure plate bolts where assembled with thread lock agent: Service may offer bolts that are not microencapsulated. If this is the case apply thread lock agent to the bolt. If the fastener is microencapsulated, install NEW clutch pressure plate bolts. DO NOT reuse the old bolts.
  8. Tighten the clutch pressure plate bolts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
  9. Remove the DT-6263  remover/installer (2) from the engine block.
    Fig 5: Centering Drift And Clutch Center Guide
    GM2699434Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    1. Turn the threaded rod (1) of the DT-6263  remover/installer counterclockwise to the stop.
    2. Remove the DT-6263-30  centering drift (3) along with the clutch center guide (arrow).
    3. Remove the 4 bolts installing the DT-6263  remover/installer to the engine block.
  10. Remove the EN-652  holder (1) from the engine block.
    Fig 6: Flywheel Holding Tool
    GM2699408Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .